Have you ever been on a vacation and you somehow became “the photographer?” Your friends and family are constantly asking you to take their picture. “Take one of me…take another one, that’s not good…redo….take one over here, over there!” When you finally arrived home you realised you weren’t even on the vacation…well you couldn’t really …
Yep, we relocated. If anyone tells you it is easy….it has its challenges. But worth it? Yes!!!!We travelled from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.Distance: 7,654 KM.We sold our house, our business and some of our belongings. We loaded a 40ft shipping container….35 days on the ocean and it made it. Including our furniture, Rico’s motorcycle and our …
Did you know?Portuguese consume more than 5 kg of Coffee beans a year.A café can be found on every cobblestone corner….sometimes two.No time for rushing. Cafe Culture plays one of the most important roles in Portugal.Did you know? The Portuguese consume the highest amount of wine in the world.Yep, it’s true. An average consumption of …
Exciting news…..our Barco is almost ready to “Seas the Day”.She’s a beauty. Currently under cover for the winter season, but I wanted to share a few photos of how she is looking.A few new design ideas along with a couple of awesome tours….she will be ready to “Sea’s the Day” on the open waters come …
The Portuguese water dog is stunningly smart.Originated from the Algarve region of Portugal, the breed expanded to all around Portugal’s coast, where they were taught to herd fish into fishermen’s nets, retrieve lost tackle or broken nets, and act as couriers from ship to ship, or ship to shore. The Traditional Lion Cut. Why? Because …
What a way to spend the day….First stop Quinta do Francês Winery. A Family Estate; 9 hectares of vineyard; nested in the hills of Silves. Sightseeing along the way was filled with Eucalyptus Trees….imagine the smell when you roll down the window…Amazing!!! Next Stop…..Monchique. High up in the mountains you will find hot sulphur springs, …
Imagine…..Kissing your wife good-bye and heading out on your ole bike; to the cliffs; where you set up your fishing gear for the day. You spend the day dropping your hook into the rough, blue ocean which is over 200 ft below. You gather with your Amigos for an afternoon packed lunch and a few …
The most quaint little gems are found down the ole’ Portuguese cobblestone streets. A great place we discovered with friends in Albufeira. Portas Da Vila Bar…also known as the Seashell Bar. The Shells were hand picked along the seashore by the owner. A great place to meet up, hang out and really take in that …
So many amazing things to see and do in this beautiful country. We have been exploring so many local towns, landmarks, beaches and of course devouring Portuguese Cuisine. I have to say one of the best things about the Algarve is the beauty at any given time or moment. From a sun filled coastal drive, …
